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About Lil Thai Cafe

Lil Thai Cafe brings the warmth, flavor, and comfort of authentic Thai dining to La Vergne, TN, offering a welcoming place where every meal feels thoughtfully prepared and genuinely satisfying.

Conveniently located at 568 Waldron Rd, this inviting restaurant has earned an outstanding 4.80-star rating from 115 reviews, a strong reflection of the quality, consistency, and care customers experience with every visit.

Whether you are stopping in for a relaxed lunch, settling in for dinner, or enjoying a quiet meal on your own, Lil Thai Cafe creates the kind of atmosphere that makes guests feel at ease from the moment they arrive.

Guests can choose the dining experience that suits them best, with on-site service, dine-in seating, takeaway, and delivery all available. The menu is designed to satisfy a wide range of tastes and preferences, featuring comforting Thai favorites alongside coffee, healthy options, quick bites, small plates, vegan selections, and vegetarian choices.

A standout tea selection adds even more appeal, making the cafe an excellent choice for those seeking a refreshing drink to pair with their meal. Known for its table service, comfortable seating, and dependable lunch and dinner offerings, Lil Thai Cafe delivers the balance of convenience and quality that today’s diners appreciate.

The restaurant’s casual, cozy, and quiet setting makes it easy to unwind, enjoy good company, or simply savor a peaceful meal. Accessibility is also a priority, with a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet, ensuring a more comfortable visit for all guests.

Additional conveniences such as free Wi-Fi, gender-neutral toilets, restrooms, and the option to accept reservations make the experience even smoother. With credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments accepted, Lil Thai Cafe offers the practical ease customers want, paired with the flavorful, dependable dining experience that keeps them coming back.

For guests seeking a welcoming Thai restaurant that combines quality food, thoughtful service, and genuine hospitality, Lil Thai Cafe is a standout choice in La Vergne.

★★★★★ 4.80 rating (115 reviews)
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A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Jessica

Jessica

3 years ago

Stopped here with my boyfriend on the way home to Memphis. I am so upset I don't live near here! Amazing fried rice and Pad Thai. Excellent service and we can during the off hours but they still gave us their full attention. They also serve Boba tea in multiple flavors!!

Denise Schwartzkopf

Denise Schwartzkopf

8 months ago

Amazing food! I ate here for the first time last week at the recommendation of a friend. It’s a hidden gem! Food is delicious, and really reasonably priced. Kids meal was a really good portion of food. Pad Thai is some of the best I’ve eaten. Thai tea was delicious. Will definitely be back!!!

Michael Maloney

Michael Maloney

9 months ago

Fist time trying this restaurant. I ordered 3 of my favorites to give me a good base for a review. Pho, Pad Thai, and Pad See Ew (spelling?). All were very tasty and at a reasonable price. Service was friendly. My wife did comment that the meat was a bit hard to find in the noodle dishes. I did not notice but I think we had been going to a place that was exceptional in that area, so I'll say it is probably normal at Lil. Either way, I'd go here again and want to try a few other things on the menu. Pho season (Winter) is coming so I'm probably fooling myself. More Pho options to try, so yeah... mmmm Pho. Did I mention I like Pho?

LG

LG

year ago

First Impression: cleanest place we have visited! which is wonderful because you know, if you visit a place and it looks impecable ,that is gonna make you feel comfortable, bc most probably sanitization even in kitchen is gonna be perfect. 10/10 points! Customer Service, was so special, this beautiful and awesome lady was so warm and polite with us and very specific with meals information, best person ever . 10/10 points lets talk about food .... 1 word FLAVORFULL wow delicioussssssssssss Spring roll so crunchy, freshness, you don't even taste the oil, not reusable oil( amazing ), mushrooms soup ufffff, that plate goes in order again, fried shrimps ufff exquisite, all food was good here guys! Conclusion: Don't hesitate to come here ! grab you bag , keys and car and drive straight to this place, you will love it :)

Jackie Rodriguez

Jackie Rodriguez

7 months ago

The food here is amazing! Every time I come here the flavors are exactly what I am craving and I have never been disappointed by the food. The kids meal is a good size portion as well. Definitely recommend it to anyone I know!

Justine Vild

Justine Vild

4 years ago

Delicious Thai food! They also have a lot of Laotian food on the menu. Our waitress had a good sense of humor and did a great job. We don't live near here but we'll definitely be back if we're ever in the area again.

Maret Rizkalla

Maret Rizkalla

2 years ago

The staff is so nice and the place is so cozy!! The staff was so patient with my friends and I because of how indecisive we were! The food was absolutely AMAZING!! The food comes out hot and fresh and the spice made it 10X better!! I see some people hating on the spice level being too “spicy,” but they always say “the spice level is from 1-5, or none,” so if you can’t take the heat, don’t ask for it 🙅🏻‍♀️ overall my experience with the staff and the food was a 10/10‼️‼️ Hope this place gets the hype it deserves‼️‼️ Below is *some* of the food we ordered presentation was exquisite for real 😎

Cpex AAA

Cpex AAA

year ago

This Lil place of Thai is the best. The egg rolls are one of the best all-around Nashville, the Corry chicken has the perfect balance of flavors, the shrimp ( my wife ordered and really looks delicious, yes of course I recommend this Lil place!!

Stephen Tillman

Stephen Tillman

2 years ago

I'm super impressed with this spot. I stopped by a few hours before closing and was greeted by a charming host. As I ordered then waited to be served, we chatted a bit and I felt welcomed. The lo mein exceeded my expectations - homemade noodles, fresh veggies, and a savory sauce. I also ordered the spicy Laos sausage that came with a mouthwatering chili sauce. Incredibly delicious. For the lo mein (and other entrees) you can choose a spice level between 1-5, but they also have extra sauces/spices you can put on after the food is served. Since the beef jerky comes with the same chili sauce, I ordered that to go, along with some pork spring rolls. Everything was super tasty and I felt like my money was well spent.

jasiel lovell

jasiel lovell

10 months ago

I ordered the papaya salad and sticky rice to go because I was busy that day and didn't have time to sit and eat til I got home. Wow! I love their papaya salad! Its not too fishy, has the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and salty. The papaya was nice and crunchy. The sticky rice was perfect texture as well, not overcooked or undercooked. I really enjoyed it. I enjoy my papaya salad quite spicy, so I ordered a 4 and shared some with the husband but he could not handle the 4. If you're not a fan of spicy food go easy on your hot level here. I gobbled this down so fast that I failed to get a picture of the food 🤣 but here's some of the restaurant. It's a cozy little spot, great for a girl's night out or date night. I included the sections of the menu I ordered from for description.

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Gender-neutral toilets
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Transgender safe space

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

568 Waldron Rd, La Vergne, TN 37086, United States

Reservations

+1 615-280-6062

Hours

Open Now · Saturday 12-7 PM
Thursday 11 AM-7 PM
Friday 11 AM-7 PM
Saturday 12-7 PM
Sunday Closed
Monday 11 AM-7 PM
Tuesday 11 AM-7 PM
Wednesday 11 AM-7 PM
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